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Donald: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...work ethic that may serve as a role model. I learned to listen to problems and come up with creative and practical solutions. As a trainer and pre-sales engineer, I co-wrote a tutorial, created class materials, and made many technical presentations about "leading edge" software, and so became skilled at explaining complex concepts. My work...
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Stony Brook University - Masters, TESOL (Teaching English as a Second or Other Language)
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740
GRE Quantitative: 166

Rebecca: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...and curious, well-informed human beings. I recently completed a dual degree at Indiana University and moved to New York to take a gap year before beginning graduate school. As a scholarship student at IU, I majored in economics, cognitive science, and piano performance. Outside of tutoring, you can find me playing or teaching piano, doing...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Economics and Mathematics (interdepartmental), Cognitive Science, Music Performance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 770

Derek: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...hands-on experience teaching the children and helping them with their homework. We accomplished what we needed to in a lighthearted but timely fashion which kept them focused and engaged throughout the class. With my background in math, I'll get you to where you need to be in your studies and help prepare you for the...
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Fairfield University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Actuarial Science
SAT Math: 740
GRE Quantitative: 165

Zach: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...tutored my way through college at Wesleyan University, where I graduated with Honors. Now with five years of experience, I am prepared to teach on a wide range of subjects in a variety of styles. When not tutoring, I am a playwright and lyricist, working on my second musical; a drummer playing shows throughout the...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 750

Nayaab: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...the same kind of change I would like to bring about in my students through effective communication and personalized learning styles. There is no universal way to study, and understanding how a student learns new a concept is imperative to obtaining success in any field. I have taught young children, high school students, and college...
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New York University - Bachelors, Psychology with Minors in Molecular Cell Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

John Raffles: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...it is easier to remember ideas when they make sense at a core level. Then these ideas are applied to the problem, in order to unlock the solution. Generally, when students are having trouble with a problem (or type of problem) there is a non-sequitur somewhere in that process. My job, which is quite fun...
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University of Arizona - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering and Dance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Katherine: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...computational models of language acquisition. She is also a adjunct lecturer in Computer Science at Hunter College. Tutoring for now nearly a decade, Katherine is passionate about empowering her students to learn through hands-on challenges. She takes particular pride in the confidence and self-reliance her students develop in their work and works hard to create...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology Linguistics
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - Masters, Linguistics
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 720

Ron: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...a research scientist and seventeen years of experience as a high school and college level science teacher. I have taught chemistry, physics and environmental science at all levels including CP, Honors, AP and Dual enrollment. I have also taught IB Chemistry and IB Physics (SL and HL). In addition, I have tutored Algebra 1 &...
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SUNY College at Oswego - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry

Chloe: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...students in the region. During my time at Williams College, I studied Arabic, International Relations, and Film. I also traveled to Europe and the Middle East as part of my studies. In addition, I am a freelance writer, and my work has appeared in the Huffington Post, The Atlantic, and USA Today. I've also been...
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Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Arabic Studies, Religion
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 770

Leigh: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...coordinated a reading program with local elementary school students that took place once a week. I also tutored at my college's writing center, working with fellow college students to improve and enhance writing assignments in all disciplines and to strengthen basic grammar and organizational skills. I am excited to be a Varsity Tutor, instilling a...
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Hamilton College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Arts, Elementary Inclusive Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Jessica: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...major. While pursuing my MBA at Columbia Business School, I participated in the Harlem Tutorial Program, where I worked across a range of subjects with elementary and middle school students. I enjoy finding new ways to help others through my own knowledge and experience, and always try to use methods that resonate most with the...
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Industrial and Labor Relations
Columbia Business School - Masters, N/A
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 710

Stephanie: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...Helping students develop these important skills for success in their future lives has been a true joy for me. Outside of school and work, I enjoy doing things that expand my conception of myself and the world. This includes reading poetry and philosophy, listening to music, visiting museums and art galleries, developing my creative practice,...
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Evergreen State College - Bachelor in Arts, Writing/Literature

Kendall: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...ways to complete them successfully, and I hope I can pass on some of these skills. Outside of school, I enjoy volunteering, making music, and reading. I have volunteered in a number of healthcare environments and would love to talk to any student who is interested in healthcare or wants advice on what steps they...
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Isabel: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
I am currently studying Economics and East Asian Studies at Columbia University. Outgoing by nature, I have a teaching method that is very interactive. During a tutoring session, my students should expect a dialogue rather than a lecture. I have a background tutoring Math and Mandarin Chinese to students ranging from Elementary School to College.
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Current Undergrad, Economics, East Asian Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770

Jillian: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...as a private tutor for High School Chemistry, Math, and College Chemistry. During this time, I worked to help all of my students pass the regents and raise their grades. I commuted to both Nassau and Suffolk homes to accommodate my students. My academic experience has also contributed to my personal development. By majoring in...
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SUNY Old Westbury - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Catherine: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...how the pressures of school can sometimes work against your innate curiosity. As a tutor, my goal is of course to help you maximize your success in school and standardized tests. But it's also (again, hopefully) to make room for curiosity, and to remind students, at least a little bit, about what can be fun...
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University of Tulsa - Bachelors, Economic, English, Math minor
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism - Masters, Health and science journalism
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Robert: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...they are doing the best work that they can, they have nothing to worry about. I strive to show students that they can always accomplish academic success, and give them the ability to better themselves both with my guidance and individually. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy swimming, running, traveling the developing world, and playing the...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Pure and Applied
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Samantha: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...both a diverse range of experiences and an eye for detail. I don't believe in giving anything less than 110% of my time and effort, especially when understanding the needs of my students. I coincidentally also happen to adore alliteration, fancy fairytales, and constantly consume coffee. I'm currently available full-time as a tutor in a...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Emily : Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
...to law school after I graduate. I've done paid and volunteer tutoring for three years, across a range of ages and subjects. I've earned consistently high scores on my ACT and AP tests, and I'm comfortable teaching advanced math (up to calculus 3), biology and chemistry as well as ACT/SAT test prep. Besides teaching higher...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Rachel: Hillsdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Hillsdale, NJ
B.A. in History from Hamilton College. Third year law student at NYU School of Law. I got a 174 on the LSAT. The LSAT is a conquerable test and I'm here to help!
Education & Certification
Hamilton College - Bachelor in Arts, History
New York University - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
LSAT: 174
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Hillsdale is a borough located in Bergen County, New Jersey, in northern New Jersey. It has a population of 10,200 and is less than 30 miles from downtown Manhattan. Because of this, many residents commute to New York every day for work.
Students who live in Hillsdale are serviced by the Hillsdale Public Schools, where they attend Pascack Valley High School. Pupils can also apply to study at the Bergen County Academies or the Teterboro and Paramus campuses of Bergen Tech. If you are looking for private tutoring, whether in-home or online, you may enjoy working with Hillsdale tutors. Their instruction and test prep could take you far. To potentially improve your score on that important exam, take advantage of an online and in-person tutoring session with a Hillsdale tutor who is skilled in test prep for students at all levels.
The personal test prep instruction you can get from online or in-home private Hillsdale, NJ, tutoring might give you an edge to get into the best schools. You can get the assistance you need to potentially increase your chances of entering one of New Jersey's top schools, like Seton Hall, Princeton University, and Rutgers University.
Hillsdale is an excellent community with a number of parks and recreational facilities that you can explore. If you are someone who enjoys swimming, stop by the Stony Brook Swim Club. The facility has an Olympic-size pool, a children's pool, and an intermediate swimming pool. It also has playground equipment, water slides, and various athletic facilities.
If you are looking to spend the day outdoors, get your daily dose of fresh air at Beechwood Park. There, you are able to walk its various trails, spend time relaxing on the fields, picnic at its eating areas, or play softball with your friends.
Since you are so close to New York City, you can easily travel to Manhattan for the afternoon. This means that you can make the drive to Madison Square Gardens to watch the Knicks or Rangers play a home game, walk through the various tourist-themed shops on Times Square, or spend your day shopping in the high-end stores located on 5th Avenue. If you are someone who enjoys learning about art and cultural movements, make sure that you visit the Museum of Modern Art or the Guggenheim Museum.
Hillsdale, NJ, tutoring might bring you closer to your goals, no matter which of the prestigious colleges and universities you wish to attend. Work with a private instructor today who can give you the assistance you need.
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